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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1949
Page
1
Signs of Republican backing for President Truman appeared as the 81st Congress organized. Truman will deliver the State of the Union tomorrow to a joint session, with early indicators showing easier passage for items in the Democratic platform, including a push for Taft-Hartley repeal.
House Speaker Sam Rayburn said Truman’s legislative proposals would be received with considerable favor and dismissed talk of high level changes to the House Un-American Activities Committee. He indicated Congress would not repeal the Taft Hartley Act without an alternative, and denied plans to alter the committee’s makeup or move Rep John Rankin from his position.
Democratic leaders press to curb the Rules Committee power as Senate and House recess. Aimed at speeding administration backed bills on housing health education aids higher minimum wage farm price supports and minority protection. The vote hints at possible Republican support for Truman initiatives amid a coalition history.
The 61 year old performer called the library to present three steamer trunks and a large theatrical hamper filled with theater lore clippings programs letters postcards photos and music. Library officials said the collection will join the librarys theater section and become part of its archives.
Vice Admiral Oscar C. Badger denied American forces would withdraw from China. He said rumors centered on Marines ending the lease at Shantung University campus and noted discussions between the Chinese Ministry of Education and the Navy on returning the campus for educational use. No agreement had been confirmed amid unsettled peace talks and civil war negotiations.
The body of 49 year old William A. Wood, an engineer at Cleveland Electric Illuminating, was found on Lake Erie shore. A gunshot wound was discovered, and Lt. John P. Hanley of Euclid Police said the death would be classified as a death by own action unless new information emerges.
An overnight blast at a Dow Chemical phenyl hydrazine plant in Michigan City caused extensive damage and a major fire. One plant employee suffered minor injuries, and the blaze was controlled after about an hour. Dow employs about 8,000 workers nationwide.
Urbana City Council weighs a municipal light plant as Dayton Power and Light promises a special feeder line to Urbana after two power failures in a week. Dayton official Harry Binkley told the council the feeder from Dayton to Urbana was approved two years ago but delayed by supply shortages. line completion is now planned for 1949.
Columbus AP reports Ernest Cornell of Lakewood to lead the Securities Division under Covernes Moen. Frank J. Lausche names Leonard F. Waldbauer of Crestline secretary of the State Board of Real Estate Examiners.
The Republican caucus backed Taft 24 to 14 as Policy Committee chair, but insurgents led by Lodge Morse and Ives signaled continued opposition. Wherry won floor leader, Millikin re elected as caucus chair, Saltonstall kept as whip, Young named secretary amid a split that could spill to major Senate issues.
Washington AP A hearing officer recommended setting aside Univis Lens workers election that ousted CIO Local 768 union. Horace A. Ruckel found Univis engaged in extreme campaign methods prior to July vote and foremen contacted employees individually promising aid to vote against the union during a summer strike that led Gov Herbet to call National Guard for order.
The Netherlands Plaza Hotel shut down all entertainment yesterday in Cincinnati. General Manager Max Schillman cited business reasons as the cause, affecting two orchestras and an ice show.
A lightning strike hit a large gas tank at Heller Oil Station in Gratis at 11 15 am causing an explosion and fire that damaged a nearby building. No injuries were reported though the blast wrecked a barber shop and electric shop with apartments above. O E Patterson owner and barber was in the shop. Edith Harlow witnessed the blast from the Gratis telephone office next door. Continued on Page 106.
Norwood police held a 47 year old woman and her daughter for questioning in the kidnapping of four women and the shooting of a Norwood businessman Clarence B. Raker 41 in the back. Police sought two of the woman’s sons on warrants charging armed robbery as victims signed the filing. The four abducted women were Margaret Wilson Doris Stamper Ethel Wells and Brooks Owens. The gunmen reportedly had pistols.
The Supreme Court upheld state bans on the closed shop, turning a routine AFL Legislative Council gathering into a high level strategy session. The ruling covers Arizona Nebraska and North Carolina with 13 more states potentially affected. AFL plans to pursue further cases on workers walkout rights if needed. Attorney Herbert Thatcher notes possible policy overhauls in state legislation.
The two day old 98th Ohio General Assembly meets today to hear Gov. Thomas J. Herbert's swan song. He will hand over to Democrat Frank Lausche next Monday for his second term as governor. The plan includes shifting Ohio to a fiscal year starting July 1, replacing January 1, to reduce emergency appropriations. Richard A. Wilmer of Middletown was elected chairman of the Banks and Loan Associations Committee of the Ohio Senate.
The partial measure, introduced last night, calls for $145,778,417 in allocations, about $36.5 million more than two years earlier. Finance Director H. D. Defenbacher notes it tops half 1948 operations by roughly $1,000. Key increases include $400,000 for schools, $400,000 for $5 monthly old age pensions, and higher salaries for the Legislature Welfare Department and state universities. Federal reimbursement is anticipated.
Israeli and Iraqi troops clashed for two hours in the Sharon Valley sector near Tiva northeast of Tel Aviv. Both sides reported casualties as Jews hunted raiders accused of killing two settlers, abducting two women, and cattle rustling. Ben Gurion urged readiness while Egypt accepted UN cease fire and pushed sanctions.
NUNN Colorado sees sudden growth as about 200 motorists seek refuge from a blizzard. Refugees occupy the town’s single community hall, with a nurse present and a doctor arriving from Greeley.
Western plains began thawing as an icy blizzard stranded at least 2,000 travelers across northeastern Colorado and southeastern Wyoming. 305 people awaited help at Rockport near Greeley as supplies were air-dropped and roads opened. 40 to 50 mph winds, tornadoes and hail battered Kansas, while Los Angeles set a record low of 28.1 degrees signaling widespread cold and citrus concerns.
A violent 15 minute tornado struck Warren Arkansas injuring hundreds and killing many as it damaged lumber mills and residences. Mayor Hurley estimated fatalities above 50 with 46 confirmed and at least 27 identified. property damage could top a million dollars. Rescue crews searched by electric torch amid fires and debris.
Robert Murl Daniels, 24, the Columbus gunman captured at Van Wert, was executed at Ohio Penitentiary for the triple murder of John Niebel and his wife Noranda and daughter Phyliss. Witnesses included Sgt. L. D. Conn. Daniels had boasted to reporters after capture.
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